Part 256

Discover the stats, abilities, and equipping classes for powerful weapons like Sumihomura and Javelin in Final Fantasy Tactics Part 256. Learn bazaar recipes and shop costs.

Alright, let's dive into Part 256 of our Final Fantasy Tactics A2 guide. This section is all about some pretty sweet gear, focusing mainly on swords and spears. We'll break down what makes them tick, who can use 'em, and how to get your hands on them. Some of these are shop buys, others are bazaar recipes, and one is a mission reward!

Swords

First up, we've got a few swords that are definitely worth checking out. Pay close attention to the abilities they grant and the classes that can equip them, as this is key to building your ultimate party.

Ultima Masher

This sword is a powerhouse, offering a Holy element and a hefty +52 Weapon Attack. It's a great choice for classes like Assassin and Parivir, and it'll cost you 990 AP to master its 'Element - Holy' ability. You can snag this from shops for 5800 Gil, or sell it back for 2900 Gil. If you're looking to craft it via the Bazaar, you'll need a Sacred Arms, Grade A, which requires a Lightwing Crystal, a Bundle of Needles, and an Aqua Galac.

Sumihomura

The Sumihomura boasts a +48 Weapon Attack and comes with the 'Unburden Soul' ability, which costs 400 AP to master. It's usable by Ninja, Parivir, Chocobo Knight, Assassin, and Heritor. This one will set you back 6200 Gil at the shop, and you can sell it for 3100 Gil. For the Bazaar, you'll be looking for a Sharp-Edged Katana, Grade B, needing a Fire Sigil, Crusite Alloy, and a Goldcap.

Hyaushiki-Masamune

This legendary sword is a bit different – you can't buy or sell it, and it doesn't have a Bazaar recipe. The Hyaushiki-Masamune packs a massive +78 Weapon Attack and +15 Magick Attack. It also grants the 'Elpe' ability for the Heritor class, costing 300 AP. The description mentions it's a reward for completing a mission after Adelle masters certain skills, with monsters appearing in the Shrine of Paling Gods at Tramdine Fens. This is the one you'll really want to work towards!

Spears

Spears in Final Fantasy Tactics A2 are generally one-handed, which can be a trade-off for their power. Let's look at the ones detailed here:

Short Spear

A straightforward option, the Short Spear offers +29 Weapon Attack. It doesn't come with any special abilities or elements, but it's available for Dragoon, Templar, and Chocobo Knight classes. It's super affordable at 300 Gil from shops and sells for 150 Gil. No Bazaar recipe is listed for this one.

Javelin

The Javelin gives you +31 Weapon Attack and a Jump +2 stat. It also comes with the Dragoon Class ability 'Jump' (150 AP) and the Templar Class ability 'Piercing Cry' (400 AP). This spear can be equipped by Dragoons, Templars, and Chocobo Knights. You can grab it for 300 Gil, sell it for 150 Gil, and there's no Bazaar recipe available.